Who are my Clients?

I collaborate with real estate agents, property managers, architects, engineers, and other business professionals to capture compelling images that showcase properties at their best.

A Note to Homeowners

Homeowners, it is essential to prepare your house before putting it on the market. This brochure will give you 10 essential tips to help you prepare your house for sale. Preparing Your Home for Sale: 10 Essential Tips for Homeowners

Why Hire A Professional Photographer?

High-quality photography is essential when listing residential or commercial properties for rent or sale. With potentially hundreds of thousands of dollars on the line, hiring a professional photographer is a smart investment.

Why Professional Photography Matters

In today’s technology-driven world, most prospective buyers or renters first encounter listings online. Without high-quality images, your property may be overlooked as people scroll through listings. Captivating, well-crafted photographs can grab attention, spark interest, and encourage potential buyers or renters to take the next step.

Key Aspects of Listing Photography

1. Attracting Attention:
   Your online images should be impressive enough to stop viewers from scrolling past your listing. They must showcase your property in its best light to create interest and engagement.

2. Clarity and Accuracy:
   Photographs should clearly and honestly represent the building and property. Over-processed images that distort reality or mislead potential buyers are not acceptable. Accuracy builds trust and ensures that the property is shown as it truly is.

Benefits of Professional Photography

Professional photographs ensure that your property is presented in a way that maximizes its appeal. They will:

• Feature correct composition tailored to each room or area.

• Be properly exposed for natural and inviting lighting.

• Be in sharp focus with an appropriate depth of field.

• Maintain accurate white balance for true-to-life colors.

• Minimize or eliminate distortion for a realistic perspective.

• Accurately depict room sizes and layouts.

• Highlight both the interior and exterior of the building.

• Provide context by showcasing surrounding areas.

• Be optimized for social media and online platforms.

Investing in professional photography is one of the most effective ways to enhance your listing and attract serious buyers or renters. It’s not just about images; it’s about creating a compelling first impression that drives results.

​​The information below explains what real estate companies, realtors, and business owners may expect from a photography session. I will be happy to discuss your needs for your photo session and discuss the price.

Daytime Images - Full Session

Full Photo Session (camera photos)

• The basic package for most residential 1, 2, or 3 bedroom/1 or 2 bathroom (or similar) type houses includes up to 40 images. Photo sessions that require more than this number of images will be discussed in advance and the price of the custom photo session will be agreed upon in advance of the work.

• Daytime full sessions do not include low-light (twilight) images.

• Photography sessions that go beyond the typical MLS listings, such as requiring extensive lighting and planning, venture more toward architectural or designer shoots where the emphasis may be on just one room or just one shot within a room. Charges for such type photo sessions will be discussed in advance.

Mini Session (up to 12 images)

• A partial session includes up to 12 images.

• A mini session is useful when only a few photos are needed.

Virtual Staging

Virtual staging lets viewers see the potential of interior and exterior spaces. Virtual staging is a great alternative to having the property physically staged, which could cost thousands, and also allows the seller to show the space in the theme they desire.

Examples of Virtual Staging: Virtual Staging Page 

Location

The price I quote for photo sessions is valid for houses within about 15 miles of Brevard, NC. Because I live in Brevard, traveling to places that require more time and expense will impact the cost of the photo session. I will be happy to discuss this with you. ​

What's Included

Each photo session includes beautifully edited images correctly sized for real estate listings. Edited photos are returned to you electronically through an online download. All images are sized so they can be viewed on social media. Payment is required upon completion of the photo shoot. Payment is accepted with credit or debit cards through Square.

What’s Not Included

1. Removal of building defects, including such things as rotten wood, water stains, mold, mildew, and broken lights.

2. Editing to remove natural occurring parts of the images, such as tree shadows, natural highlights, and very dark areas where the sun doesn’t illuminate such areas.

Weather

The weather always plays an important part in when to photograph or video the scene, so some flexibility is required.

Getting the Property Ready. ——— Photo Session Checklist

Copyright, Usage, Editing, and Ownership

All photos taken by Clark Barrow Photography are copyright protected and may not be copied, cropped, edited or used without written permission.

Usage Rights for Real Estate Photography

The pricing for my real estate photography services covers single-use licensing only. This means the images are intended for one specific purpose, whether for a sales listing, rental marketing, or another designated use.

If the property transitions from a rental to a sale (or vice versa) and the images need to be used again for a different purpose, please reach out to discuss licensing options. Likewise, even if multiple units look alike, each property requires its own license.

My goal is to provide high-quality photography while ensuring fair and proper usage for all parties.

For more information, please visit this page: Copyright Info

Staging Fireplaces

Effective January 1, 2025, I have established a new policy on staging fireplaces. Read the policy here: Fireplace Staging Policy for Real Estate Photography

Right to Refuse to Work for any Reason

I strive to provide high-quality photography services and maintain a professional standard in every project. However, I reserve the right to decline a request to photograph a property under certain circumstances.

For instance, if I arrive at a property and find it to be in such poor or unclean condition that capturing images could negatively reflect on my professional reputation, I may choose not to proceed. Additionally, I value mutual respect and professionalism in all interactions. If, during discussions with prospective clients, I determine that the working relationship may be challenging due to unprofessional or disrespectful behavior, I may decide to decline the project. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Excessively difficult or unreasonable demands.

• Abrasive or condescending communication.

• Persistent use of inappropriate language.

My goal is to ensure a positive experience and high-quality results for all parties involved. I appreciate your understanding.

Services Offered and Pricing

The following link will take you to the Services Offered and Pricing Page: Services and Pricing

Dr. Clark E. Barrow, photographing for realtors, property managers, architects, engineers, and other business professionals.